Getting the Most Out of SmartPlant Instrumentation

Fluors SmartPlant Implementation Initiative

2013 Fluor. All Rights Reserved.

By: John Dressel

Most Used SPI Modules

Instrument Index Module
Add & Edit Tag Numbers Browse Component Table Create Index Reports

Instrument Spec Module

Maintain Spec Libraries Create Instrument Specs

Instrument Wiring Module

Design Field Wiring Matrix Generate Wiring Reports Generate Loops & Segments

Seldom Used SPI Modules

Process Module
Handles multiple Process Cases Fluid properties lookup Tables Data entered by Tag or Line Unit of Measure conversion Copy data from other Tags Additional Physical Properties Base and Ambient Conditions 12 Levels of Alarm / Trip Settings Process Specific User Defined Fields Process Workflow Control Process datasheets with Revisions
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Seldom Used SPI Modules

Calculation Module
Automatic results in Spec Sheets Data Exchange with Process Data Sizing Calculation of Control Valves Sizing Calculation of Flow Elements Sizing Calculation of Relief Valves Thermowell ASME PTC 19.3 TW Batch Calculations Unit Conversion Calculation Reports Global Revisions Documented Basis of Calculation
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Seldom Used SPI Modules

Hook-Up Module
Hook-up Seed files are Provided Hook-up Bill of Material Are Created Multiple Hook-ups can be assigned to each Tag Hook-ups can be grouped into categories Hoop-up Cad drawings can be generated in SPI Hook-ups can be associated to external drawings Bill of Material can be Exported to Material Management Programs
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Seldom Used SPI Modules

Calibration Module
Traceable/Auditable Calibration history Standard Default Profiles Provided Multiple Profiles for Different Instrument Types Point Calibration Errors Recorded Snapshot of the calibration results Built-in Calibration Certificate Customizable Setting Form Customizable Results Form Interface to FLUKE Calibrators
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Seldom Used SPI Modules

Maintenance Module
Breakdown Maintenance
Work Requests for Possible Repair required in the future Repair Forms for Approved Repair with A Log of Activities

Preventive Maintenance
Schedule Periodic Maintenance Activities

Connect to Asset Management System using SAP

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Seldom Used SPI Modules

DDP Module
Establishes 3D Dimensional Data Built-in Group Libraries End Class and Prep Defined Index Module
Tag Number associated to Group Manufacture and Model Numbers

Data Status
Preliminary Design Certified

DDP Export Utility to SP3D

Seldom Used SPI Modules

Document Binder Module
Specification Binder Packages General Document Binder Packages External Files attached Binder Packages Manage Revisions for Documents Document Binder Uses
Requests for Quotes Purchase Orders Work Packages Loop Folders
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Most Used SPI Functions

Domain Explorer Browser Functions
Index Browse Spec Browser Custom Browser

Duplicate Loops or Tags Save As Function Document Generation Spec Page and Form Editor Spec Templates

Seldom Used SPI Functions

Reference Explorer
Panel Definitions Cable Definitions Wiring Equipment Definitions Hook-Up Item Libraries Macro Definition Typical Loop Definitions Typical Instrument Definitions

Reference Data Can be Used More Effectively On a Project

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Seldom Used SPI Functions

Macro Expansion
Macros defined in the Reference Explorer contain all Tags in a Loop Typical Template Macros are attached to Carrier Tags (Usually a Transmitter) Creating the Carrier Tag creates the Complete Loop with all Tags Can be used with P&ID Integration to Facilitate Instrument Types Can be used as Loop Templates for Batch Loop creation

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Seldom Used SPI Functions

Rule Manager
Launches Consistency Rules when SPI Entities are Changed Relation Rules Govern the Relationship between Two Entities Validation Rules apply to Single Components in the Database GUI Rules apply to Entity Properties Rule Governance Actions
Check or Copy data between Fields Apply Data Consistency to Fields Prevent errors or bad data entry

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Seldom Used SPI Functions

Import Utility
Allows Data to be imported by Table or Module Can Append, Overwrite or Skip Populated Fields Source file can be Excel, Access, CSV, Text or Dbase Best use it to Export Tags Edit Data Import Data back into SPI

NOT TO BE USED FOR NEW TAGS!

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Seldom Used SPI Functions

Merger Utility Two types of Merger
Database Merger
User to Merge two Databases together Requires consistency in Primary Tables Not very successful in large databases Most people use Data Migration Used for Owner Operator Mode Projects are defined in the Database Entities are checked out to Projects Project data is Merged into As-Built

Project Merger

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Seldom Used SPI Functions

Symbol Editor
Create Custom Symbols for Loops and Wiring Drawings Add SmartText to a Symbol File Assign an Item Type to a Symbol Add a Macro to a Symbol File Add Connection Points to Symbols Add Starting Points to a Symbol File for Placement Define new symbol Libraries for Telecommunications Elements

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Seldom Used SPI Functions

Telecom Functions
Telecommunication Capabilities
Build and Index all Communication Devices Fiber Optic and Network wiring definitions

Spec and Symbols Library for Communication Devices Communications Wiring Systems
Uses Block Diagrams or Point to Point Diagrams SmartPlant Instrumentations Cable Block Diagram needs enhancement

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Seldom Used SPI Functions

IS and FF Validation
Tags assigned to a segment or IS Loop Wired Tags not connected to a segment The number of instruments in a segment The number of devices on a given spur A spur length is exceeds the maximum Total cable length exceeds the maximum Less than two terminators in a segment Actual voltage at instrument Total current exceeds the maximum Total capacitance exceeds maximum

May use Global Parameters Instead

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Seldom Used SPI Functions

External Spec Editor Program
Stand Alone Editor for SPI Spec Forms Export Import Process data as .isf file Allows Editing of all Spec Data in the Body of the Spec Form Changes are Marked on the Screen Drop Down Windows match those in SmartPlant Instrumentation Changes can only be Imported back to Source Spec Form in SmartPlant Instrumentation Full Printing Capabilities for Instrument Spec Sheets

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Seldom Used SPI Functions

External Editor for Process
Stand Alone Editor for Process Data Export Import Process data as .ipd file Allows Editing of all Process Data Has Detailed and Browser View for Editing Process Data Changes are Marked on the Screen Drop Down Windows match those in SmartPlant Instrumentation Changes can only be Imported back to Source Tag in SmartPlant Instrumentation Full Printing Capabilities for Process Data Sheets
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Additional Seldom Used SPI Functions

Language Options Preloading and Auto Wiring Interfaces to Vendor Software Global Revisions Unit Of Measure Editing Data Comparison Options Report Title Block Management Cable Routing and Drumming Numerous Available Reports And Many More . . .
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Conclusion

Only a Limited Number of SPI Modules and Functions are Being Used Effectively by Most Users To Get the Most Out of SPI Users Must Take Advantage of the Full Capabilities of the Software

Questions?
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